What is another word for swither?

Pronunciation: [swˈɪðə] (IPA)

Swither, a word that means "to be uncertain or hesitant", has a variety of synonyms. They include waver, dither, vacillate, falter, flounder, hesitate, and oscillate, among others. Each of these words implies a state of indecision or uncertainty, but each has its own subtle connotations. Waver, for example, suggests a momentary hesitation; whereas vacillate implies a prolonged wavering. Dither, on the other hand, suggests nervousness or agitation. This diversity of synonyms for swither shows how nuanced language can be, and how different words can convey slightly different shades of meaning.

What are the hypernyms for Swither?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Swither

It found Janet still "in a swither."
"Janet's Love and Service"
Margaret M Robertson
I had a sore swither ere I could think of leaving my mother and Sandy for their sakes, but He guided me and strengthened me, though whiles I used to doubt afterwards, with my sore heart wearying for my own land, and my own kin."
"Janet's Love and Service"
Margaret M Robertson
I'm all a-swither, sweating like a brock.
"Krindlesyke"
Wilfrid Wilson Gibson

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